Been using BFR workouts for 3 months on my legs ..I have unstable knees as in torn anteriors due to failed surgeries but I have successfully stayed active by strengthening all my muscles and tendons that I rely on instead. BFR has helped me get it done faster, effortless with more results on them. I injured my shoulder a fairly minor pull by getting up out of bed wrong but it irritated me, hence I concentrated to see if I can release it by using the muscles below the shoulder: by bicep curls using kaatsu here as well and I am amazed that I recovered immediately. so now I train both legs and arms with very low weight 5 pounds or less with 1st rep of 30 then 4 subsequent reps of 15 with 30 second intervals. Thank you for introducing us Dr Mercola on your podcast to the professional doctor who taught us how to take our work outs to this great new level .Hallelujah
@annwlson2185
2 жыл бұрын
did you build mass on your legs with BFR
@dchiffy
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I love your channel. Please do more specific routines incorporating the bfr. Thanks 🙏
@csgofordummies1239
Жыл бұрын
Does anybody have info on comparing Kaatsu with other also high quality straight BFR bands? I know in some interviews Mercola specifically recommends Kaatsu because it cycles. But I am not finding any data anywhere on why that cycking on and off is or isnt important and why we might want that feature
@gustavesoucy-breton6841
3 жыл бұрын
is there any way for me to work my chest and back with this?
@sylvesterpalermo937
Жыл бұрын
Every proponent of BFR stresses using light weights with high reps and you are struggling with 25 pound weights doing bicep curls. Everything else you are saying is correct but this exercise really depends on light weights and high reps to the point of muscle exhaustion.
@davidchung1697
4 жыл бұрын
Mercola is also lean. I'd bet that his intermittent fasting has a lot to do with it. I have experienced similar leaning out as I continued to practice intermittent fasting.
@whoatethechocolate
4 жыл бұрын
Is there an alternative band for us common people that don't have hundreds of dollars to spend?
@jackproctor7551
4 жыл бұрын
Laura R. You can get them from as little as £5 on Amazon they just aren’t inflatable ones but do the same job Foxter Fitness Occlusion Training Bands Blood Flow Restriction Bands Strong Elastic Straps with Quick Release Cam Buckle (1Pair/2Pcs) (Black Blue) www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07SX88RDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9edfEbMHD74KG
@stevena9512
4 жыл бұрын
BFR Bands on Amazon.com I just ordered a pair for $30. I used a resistance band last night, applied about a level 5 restriction, did a “set of curls” and got a wonder pump! You can also use elastic bandage wraps or knee and elbow wraps in the same manner.
@808bf
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with Steve A, but make sure you get the BFR PRO X bands (the red ones) instead of the PRO BFR bands (blue ones). Here is a comparison of the two: kzitem.info/news/bejne/u56lrGGMsKSkYHY
@polystrate1
4 жыл бұрын
@@808bf I have the blue ones but the red ones are a great improvement
@irieprendygal
4 жыл бұрын
Dear Dr. Mercola, I receive your newsletters regularly and love the knowledge they impart. I have hypertension. Can I still do BFR?
@johnstewartvet
3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@somekid338
3 жыл бұрын
Team 3D Alpha did a pretty in-depth video on this too, check it out
@_7.8.6
4 жыл бұрын
Looking great Doc !
@jayhaze6981
4 жыл бұрын
how long can i use the bands for in one training session??
@FINDINGFITNESS101
3 жыл бұрын
Generally 15 mins when on arms, 20 when on legs.
@kr639
2 жыл бұрын
Best explanation I’ve ever heard
@ctrlaltdel3771
4 жыл бұрын
You gotta try this hack for neck muscles!
@graciegjj
4 жыл бұрын
@Tim Endrizzi lol
@beverlyannsjoblom
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all you do. PLEASE turn the background music down. We tune in to hear you not the music.
@renee-claudetanguay9738
4 жыл бұрын
Can someone with lactic acidosis still use this?
@JulianSirian
3 жыл бұрын
Great, informative video... Quick question, can you do legs and arms on the same day, with this type of training (twice a week)... or do you do arms one day, legs the next day... etc? Thanks
@johndoolittle69
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely... because you are not tearing muscle fibres, there is little to no inflammatory response (DOMS)... Dr Sato will do the same workout in the evening that he sometimes does in the morning... definitely, no issues doing arms then legs same day ;-)
@JulianSirian
3 жыл бұрын
@@johndoolittle69 Ok... now I'm confused... If you are not tearing muscle fibres, why do they grow after BFR training? (not to sound stupid... ) Thanks
@johndoolittle69
3 жыл бұрын
@@JulianSirian Engorging capillary tissue during the 30-sec vasodilation phase of the “KAATSU Cycle” stimulates several natural biochemical reactions, including the production of nitric oxide, human growth hormone, insulin growth factor-1, and beta-endorphins, each of which functions in different ways to increase blood supply, prevent tissue damage, regulate body composition & muscle growth, and support growth of bone & tissue. Automatically repeating this "Cycle" over and over during multi-joint movement results in muscle hypertrophy. I can't paste links here, but there are many published research papers on this on the main KAATSU website.
@mariawiley356
2 жыл бұрын
Love, love love you Dr Mercola!! Love ALL you do especially concerning all things Covid! 🤗💕🇺🇸
@ynmamflm
3 жыл бұрын
With a fractured and dislocated elbow, will 3 reps of 30 with the green bands per day have any benifit and how long to I leave the bands on after workout?
@stephendavidrathburn8952
3 жыл бұрын
Since it's been a year now we all would like to see the results. Still using them? What measurable results can you show. There doesn't seem to be any new videos out there that are showing any long term results. Would like to hear if you still are so enthused!
@rawprimaladventures
2 жыл бұрын
No issues of varicose veins developing from this?
@nalcon1
2 жыл бұрын
I like you, but your lifting form sucks. lol You don't need fancy pneumatic bands. 1 or 2 inch cheap bands for arms and I recommend 3 inch with Velcro for legs.
@karmacop217
2 ай бұрын
Wrong. Using that diy setup will be too tight, you essentially just applied a tourniquet. Too tight or too loose. Using proper BFR bands, apply a more even partial venous occlusion. His form isn't wrong
@stevennoren8922
4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff.
@taylorelliott5776
3 жыл бұрын
why only 15 min cycles I think i recall ben greenfield mentioning in one of his podcasts he does for a much longer period of time ???????
@Nostrada-mus
3 жыл бұрын
Ben is a triathlete with little to no stress in his life. You can't follow his training regiment if you can't afford all his recovery tools, supplements and quality of life.
@istromman
4 жыл бұрын
Language is not for amateurs.
@iamgabrielf
Жыл бұрын
3/21/23
@Trux3d
2 жыл бұрын
Powerful thank you
@primalrebound6476
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dr Mercola!
@mathikumar3204
3 жыл бұрын
Good information thank you
@MrCliffprice
4 жыл бұрын
Doctor can you let us know where you would purchase these bands a reputable company on the Internet or I live in a large city where you can purchase them
@kaceeboxers3580
4 жыл бұрын
MrCliffprice check out Mercola’s interview on Dec1, with Dr Ed Le Cara. Dr Le Cara has developed ‘cuffs’ similar to the bands Dr Mercola is seen using in this video. Dr Le Cara sells the cuffs as well as kits and offers training throughout the US. Can’t recall his website, but if you listen to interview, the info is in it.
@davidchung1697
4 жыл бұрын
Mercola is in a great shape.
@franzhulk2947
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Doc, do you know about anything about the fact that bfr training does not really work for shoulders? was reading about that on another channel, but could not find any studies or even articles about it. by the way, amazing video and the info you give with the workout is awesome. stay healthy. greetings from germany
@Brigittexbx09
2 жыл бұрын
Been using BFR workouts for 3 months on my legs ..I have unstable knees as in torn anteriors due to failed surgeries but I have successfully stayed active by strengthening all my muscles and tendons that I rely on instead. BFI gas helped me get it done faster, effortless with more results on them. I injured my shoulder a fairly minor pull by getting up out of bed wrong but it irritated me hence I concentrated to see if I can release it by using the muscles below the shoulder by bicep curls using kaatsu here as well and I am amazed that I recovered immediately so now I train both legs and arms with very low weight 5 pounds or less with 1st rep if 30 then 4 subsequent reps of 15 with 30 second intervals. Thank you for introducing us Dr Mercola on the podcast a professional doctor who taught us how to take our work outs to this great new level .Hallelujah
@Markhypnosis1
Жыл бұрын
Bfr won't work for shoulders because you can't restrict blood flow to them. You can only restrict blood flow to legs and arms. However, hgh is released throughout the body as a result, which will have muscle building effects throughout.
@piob9801
4 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. I will try this.
@roxnroll8050
Жыл бұрын
I've heard it also helps release more HGH - is this true?
@Markhypnosis1
Жыл бұрын
Yes it's true
@roxnroll8050
Жыл бұрын
@@Markhypnosis1 Thx! :)
@ifauxq
2 жыл бұрын
those 25lb curls were hard to watch
@karmacop217
2 ай бұрын
That's what you took from this video. Bfr training is pump training, momentum is inconsequential
@5801168d
4 жыл бұрын
How do you use is for chest or back
@FINDINGFITNESS101
3 жыл бұрын
The chest and back can be trained with the cuffs on the arms, as they will still fatigue and receive the same adaptations caused by blood flow restriction.
@bobbondarul7448
5 жыл бұрын
Hello Dr Mercola Just one question: How many times per week can you workout like that? Thank you
@naomiklahn9065
4 жыл бұрын
I heard him say (on a Paul Saladino MD interview) that 15 mins x 3 times per week is good. Although, he also said he does it a couple of times prr day , as he is "compulsive" 😉.
@franzhulk2947
3 жыл бұрын
there was studies with 5 day a week 2 times daily with bench press. since the muscle is regenerated after 24 hours you could technically use it everyday. but 3-4 times showed good results. even if im late, maybe it helps someone someday ^^
@wheelrolling78
2 жыл бұрын
I was looking to buy some bands. I do not see the inflatable bands but I do see some with "High Elasticity". Would these be a good choice?
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